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Sunday, October 12, 2008

The Asus G71 is the world’s first quad core notebook specially designed for gamers. It is powered by the Intel’s new QX9300 Core 2 Extreme processor and features 17’’ Crystal Shine High Brightness display, an NIVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT GDDR3 512MB graphics card, 4GB of DDR3, up to 1TB of HDD (500GB x2), 2Mpix web camera, Bluetooth V2.1, and Blue-ray writer.

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Below is the press release on the ASUS G71

Taipei, Taiwan, October 6, 2008 – Consistent with the tradition of breaking new grounds, ASUS is proud to present the world’s first Intel® Quad Core™ Gaming notebook—the G71. Specifically designed with gamers in mind, the G71 is the first in ASUS’ planned series of Quad Core™ gaming notebooks and an addition to its expanding G Series. The G71 delivers a total gaming experience in a highly portable package, with an emphasis on audio clarity and stunning graphics performance.

The World’s First Quad Core™ Gaming NotebookThe ASUS G71 is the world’s first Quad Core™ gaming notebook, powered by the new Intel Core™ 2 Extreme processor QX9300. The removal of the Overspeed Protection means that the G71 is capable of extreme performance through overclocking, pushing the envelope of computational processing power and thus allowing users to multitask extensively.

Superior Gaming PerformanceAs a dedicated gaming notebook, the G71 sports an impressive array of high performance components, such as a 17” Crystal Shine high brightness display with a quick response time of 8 ms, powered by a NVIDIA GeForce 9700M GT GDDR3 512 MB graphics card. The G71 also features up to 4 GB of DDR3 1066MHz system memory coupled with dual hard disk drives of up to 1 TB (500 GB x 2)—enabling users to enjoy multimedia entertainment and games while on the move.

Direct Console 2.0Direct Console 2.0 is an all-in-one gaming control interface that allows users to select from three processor speed settings depending on their mode of usage. The same interface also includes controls for Direct Messenger, enabling communication utilities such as Instant Messaging (MSN™), Meeting and E-mail notification. The gaming hotkeys enable users to launch their favorite games with a single touch and execute in-game commands on-the-fly. The chassis of the G71 also features a programmable lighting system, which lights up and blinks during in-game events. These lights can be configured through the Direct Console 2.0, providing the user with a pyrotechnic-like ambience while in the game.

Direct MessengerUsers can now read their emails and communicate via Instant Messaging (MSN™) through the Direct Messenger. Acting as a secondary display, it displays email notifications, instant messages, battery reserves and system loadings in real-time even during a game in progress. This allows users to keep in touch with their friends and family while multitasking between various applications.

Entertainment and Style on the MoveThe G71 incorporates several entertainment features that promise to give users a gaming experience like none other. Altec Lansing speakers equipped with a subwoofer deliver excellent sound reproduction, further complimented by Dolby™ Home Theater. A 2.0 megapixel webcam allows users to communicate visually through Skype™ or MSN™; while a dedicated game keyboard layout provides them with strategically placed movement keys on a full-sized keyboard—granting them quick access to their in-game inventories and allowing them to issue commands in the shortest time possible. These features combine to provide an entire host of gamer-centric features for users to immerse themselves in a world of audio and visual entertainment with style.

Fun for EveryoneThe G71 may have the sheer power to sate the needs the most serious of gamers, but it is also very suitable for those who prefer to play games on a more casual basis. Attaching ASUS’ innovative Eee Stick—a simple plug and play gaming solution that allows users to interact with the game by translating their hand motions into corresponding movements onscreen—for example, will instantly transform the G71 into a mobile gaming console. The easy-to-use and family-friendly Eee Stick—which works with all of ASUS’ notebooks—consists of an Activation stick, a Navigation stick and a 2.4GHz RF dongle. It has a broadcast range of up to 10 meters, allowing users more leeway for physical movement. Boasting three modes of operation, the Eee Stick can be used with a myriad of game genres, ranging from sports and shooting, to action and beat ‘em up games.

The LG KC780 camera phone uses a Schneider-Kreuznach certified lens is used for the camera with a maximum of 8.0-megapixel resolution and 1600 ISO. The Face detection feature's are simply amazing to the fact the camera automatically finds and focuses on people’s faces to take a clear and perfect shot. Part of this feature relies on the LG's KC780 Smile Detection technology, this smile detection will recognize the angle of people’s mouths and adjust focus for faces and a Beauty Mode will help in removing spots and imperfections on people’s faces. The camera even has built Image Stabilizer that will allow you to take clear and sharp photos even in shaky situations.

In addition, the LG KC780 can also be used as a webcam for online chat, no USB cable required, the phone will be connected to your gear via the phone’s Bluetooth feature. The Bluetooth connection also allows you to send and read text messages via computer. The LG KC780 will be available in November.

The Onkyo MHP-UW2 wireless headset is a great way to Enjoy music from your iPod without all the wires, take a look at Onkyo MHP-UW2 wireless headphones. The Onkyo MHP-UW2 utilizes an 2.4 GHz digital connection and it is equipped with a transmitter that attaches to the iPod to broadcast music for up to 8 hours. The unit is light and can be recharged via AC adapter or USB. The Onkyo MHP-UW2 will be available the beginning of November.

The Samsung SPF-76H digital photo frame is finally released and is available in 7 inch to 10.2 inch size and three colors to blend with your interior. The Samsung SPF-76H digital photo frame features a high resolution of 800 x 480 with scene adjustment and color variation functions and comes with high tech features and high-end components. Besides all that you also get a brightness level of 200, contrast ratio of 300:1, a 1GB of storage capacity, and MP3 playback support. this is the gadget to give this year for the holidays.